RT\u00c9 has revealed its plans to develop the next-generation RT\u00c9 Player, with the new service slated for launch before the end of the year.<\/p>\n
The redeveloped RT\u00c9 Player will be RT\u00c9\u2019s multi-channel TV and video platform, “designed and reimagined for how Irish audiences watch television and video content online.” The online television and video destination will seamlessly blend the audience content needs across live and on-demand with a curated, personalized service, with new features and functionality.<\/p>\n
RT\u00c9\u2019s lead partner for the delivery of the project is Fincons Group, and both will be working with the Dutch-based TV app development company 24i.<\/p>\n
M\u00fairne Laffan, RT\u00c9\u2019s chief digital officer, said: \u201cThe delivery of the next-generation RT\u00c9 Player is hugely important for RT\u00c9\u2019s future. It is a sophisticated proposition that will position us to meet evolving audience expectations and compete within a highly competitive, globalized media environment.\u201d<\/p>\n
Aoife Byrne, the director of content and products for RT\u00c9\u2019s digital division, said: \u201cIn order to meet the changing needs of our audiences, we are transforming RT\u00c9 Player from being a pure catch-up TV service to being a world-class live and on-demand online TV and video platform. Irish audiences will continue to be able to catch up on their favorite show, but with the next-generation RT\u00c9 Player we will soon be offering so much more: on-demand libraries with hundreds of great titles from across the genres, great box-sets to binge on, and brand-new short-form content, exclusive to RT\u00c9 Player. Audiences will also be able to enjoy RT\u00c9\u2019s television channels live, on any screen.\u201d<\/p>\n
Byrne added: \u201cAs well as delivering on our audience\u2019s content needs, we want next-generation RT\u00c9 Player to deliver a superb streaming experience. To achieve this, we are working with our delivery partners Fincons Group, 24i and ContentWise who are hugely experienced in delivering world-class online TV and video platforms. We are rebuilding the product from the ground up to ensure technical reliability, and we will also be adding some great new features and functionality such as live restart and autoplay to make watching great TV and video even better.\u201d<\/p>\n
Michele Moretti, CEO at Fincons Group, commented: \u201cWe are delighted to be bringing our tailored solutions and wealth of experience to support such a key strategic project for a national media like RT\u00c9, designing and integrating a future-proof OTT solution which will efficiently provide a seamless and compelling multiscreen user experience. Building on our extensive experience working with the major international players, this project further confirms our footprint in the media and broadcast sector.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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